Site Directory
Walk the whole library.
One index of every content page on Tessaira, built to browse like the stacks. It's derived straight from the same data the site publishes from, so it never goes stale: the guides, the college programs by state, and the event profiles are all listed below with their real titles.
181
Guides
50
College states
20
Event profiles
Pillars & hubs
4 pillarsThe four levels of competitive golf and the lookup tools that cut across them.
Every junior tour, marquee event, and state pathway.
USGA championships, state amateurs, and the elite mid-am circuit.
Programs by state and division, plus the coach directory.
Tours, majors, mini-tours, and the road through Q-School.
Lookups
Event ProfilesIn-depth profiles of the prestige junior invitationals.Ranking SystemsAJGA Rolex, WAGR, Junior Golf Scoreboard, and Golfstat.Coach DirectoryNamed coaching staff with links to official directories.All GuidesThe full editorial library, grouped by topic.Practice DrillsFree drills with diagrams, steps and a target, by stage and skill.ResourcesRecruiting, development, and mental-game reading.
Guides
181 guidesThe full editorial library, grouped by the same four clusters as the guides hub.
Tournaments & Events
36- Junior Golf Tours Compared: AJGA vs HJGT vs FCWT vs U.S. Kids
- Building a Junior Tournament Schedule
- Which Junior Golf Events College Coaches Actually Watch
- Your First Golf Tournament: The Complete Checklist
- Getting Started in Junior Tournaments (Low-Cost Paths)
- Golf Tournament Formats Explained
- Handicap Requirements for Golf Tournaments, Explained
- How to Qualify for AJGA Events
- Junior Golf Age Divisions Explained
- How Much Does Junior Golf Really Cost?
- The Junior Golf Majors, Explained
- Junior Golf Rankings Explained: JGS, Rolex AJGA & WAGR
- Parent Rules & Etiquette at Junior Golf Tournaments
- Summer Junior Golf 2026: Planning Your Season
- Junior Golf Tournament Registration 101
- How to Make Your High School Golf Team
- How High School Golf Works
- Drive, Chip and Putt Qualifying: How to Enter and What to Expect
- Junior Golf Etiquette Before the First Competitive Round
- Moving Up From 9-Hole to 18-Hole Junior Golf
- The U.S. Junior Amateur, Explained
- How to Qualify for the U.S. Junior Amateur
- The U.S. Girls' Junior, Explained
- USGA Junior Championships vs. Junior Tours
- How Long Are Golf Tournaments?
- How to Make a Yardage Book for Golf: A Junior Guide
- What Season Is Golf in High School?
- The Junior Golf Calendar: What Runs Each Season
- State and PGA Section Junior Golf Tours: The Local On-Ramp
- How to Follow a Junior Golf Tournament Live: Scoring and the Rules of Watching
- Junior Golf Tournament Withdrawal & Refund Policies, Explained
- Weather and Rain Delays at Junior Golf Tournaments: What the Rules Say
- How to Practice for Drive, Chip and Putt
- What to Expect at a Drive, Chip and Putt Local Qualifier
- Drive, Chip and Putt Age Divisions Explained
- What Making the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals Actually Means
College Recruiting
39- College Golf Coach Email Templates That Get Replies
- College Golf Recruiting Rules, in Plain English
- The Transfer Portal in College Golf
- D1 Golf Recruiting: The Realistic Guide
- D2 Golf Recruiting Guide
- D3 Golf Recruiting Guide
- Girls' Junior Golf Tours Worth Playing
- College Golf Recruiting Mistakes to Avoid
- Golf Recruiting Profiles & Resumes That Work
- The College Golf Recruiting Video Guide
- Golf Scholarships: How They Actually Work
- Recruiting as a Junior or Senior: The Late-Start Guide
- NAIA & JUCO Golf: The Overlooked Recruiting Paths
- Verbal Commitments & the NLI in College Golf
- How to Walk On to a College Golf Team
- What College Golf Coaches Actually Look For
- Which College Golf Coaches Respond, and How to Reach Them
- Women's College Golf Recruiting: The Complete Guide
- Club Golf in College: What the NCCGA Is
- Does High School Golf Matter for College Recruiting?
- College Golf Recruiting for International Students
- College Golf Camps & Showcases: What Is Worth Paying For
- The NCAA Eligibility Center, for Golfers
- Homeschooling and College Golf
- Gap Year, Postgrad, or Reclassify for Golf
- When Should My Golfer Start College Golf Recruiting?
- Is 8th Grade Too Early for Golf Recruiting?
- D1 vs D2 vs D3 vs NAIA Golf: Which Level Fits?
- Walk-On vs Scholarship: Which Golf Path Fits?
- DIY Golf Recruiting vs a Recruiting Service
- How to Compare College Golf Scholarship Offers
- Head Coach or Assistant Coach: Who Should You Email?
- How Many Times Should You Follow Up With a College Golf Coach?
- How to Build a College Golf Recruiting Target List
- How to Read a College Golf Roster to Gauge Your Chances
- How to Register With the NCAA Eligibility Center
- The NCAA Recruiting Calendar, Period by Period
- D1 vs D2 vs D3 College Golf, Honestly Compared
- How College Golf Coaches Actually Find Recruits
Competitive Play
41- College Golf Scoring Standards by Division
- What Is a Good Golf Score by Age?
- Plus Handicaps & Scratch Golfers, Explained
- What Ranking Do You Need to Play College Golf?
- Amateur Status Rules, Explained
- How to Win Your Club Championship
- Course Management for Competitive Golf
- Tournament Prep: The Week Before, the Morning Of
- Mid-Amateur Golf: Real Tournaments for Everyday Golfers
- The Most Prestigious Junior Golf Tournaments
- Tournament Rules Scenarios Every Player Should Know
- How to Enter U.S. Open Qualifying
- How USGA Amateur Qualifying Works
- The World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), Explained
- How to Build a Yardage Book
- How to Get a Golf Handicap and GHIN Number
- NIL and Amateur Status for Golfers, as of July 2026
- Golf Practice Plan for Ages 6-8: Building the Fundamentals
- Golf Practice Plan for Ages 9-11: Skill-Building Drills
- Golf Practice Plan for Ages 12-14: Competitive Prep
- Golf Practice Plan for Ages 15-18: High School Level
- How Many Hours a Week Should a Junior Golfer Practice?
- Short Game vs Full Swing: How to Split Junior Practice Time
- Putting Drills and Games for Junior Golfers
- Short Game Development Plan for Junior Golfers
- At-Home Golf Drills for Junior Golfers With Limited Space
- How Junior Golfers Can Use a Launch Monitor to Train Smarter
- How to Track a Junior Golfer's Improvement Over Time
- Common Junior Golf Swing Faults and How to Fix Them
- Bunker Play Drills for Junior Golfers
- Build a Wedge Distance Chart for a Junior Golfer
- Strength and Conditioning for Junior Golfers by Age
- Mental Game Drills for Junior Golfers
- Build a Pre-Shot Routine for a Junior Golfer
- How Often Should a Junior Golfer Take Golf Lessons?
- Golf Swing Fundamentals for Beginner Junior Golfers
- How to Help a Junior Golfer Hit It Farther, Safely
- Mobility and Flexibility Exercises for Junior Golfers
- Winter and Indoor Training Plans for Junior Golfers
- Testing Pro Golf Without Losing Your Amateur Status
- Pace of Play Tips for Young Junior Golfers
For Golf Parents
45- Free College Golf Recruiting Help (You Don't Have to Pay)
- Getting Your Golfer Into Competitive Golf
- The Golf Parent's Guide: Support Without Pressure
- Is My Golfer Good Enough for College Golf?
- Academies, Private Coaches & Online: Junior Coaching Options
- The Junior Golf Travel Guide
- The Real Odds of Playing College Golf
- When Should a Junior Start Competitive Golf?
- The Evans Scholarship: A Full Ride for Caddies
- PGA Jr. League vs First Tee vs U.S. Kids Golf: Which First?
- The Car Ride Home Rule: What to Say After a Bad Round
- What Not to Say to Your Golfer Before a Golf Tournament
- Should Parents Watch Every Hole at Junior Tournaments?
- Why Junior Golfers Quit Golf (and How to Prevent It)
- My Junior Golfer Wants to Quit: What to Do
- Are You Pushing Your Junior Golfer Too Hard?
- Is Competitive Golf Your Dream, or Your Golfer's?
- How to Praise a Junior Golfer the Right Way
- How to Talk to Your Junior Golfer's Coach
- How Much Do Junior Golf Lessons Cost?
- How Much Are Junior Golf Tournament Entry Fees?
- Junior Club Membership vs Public Golf: What's the Real Cost?
- Golf Simulator vs Driving Range: Cost for Juniors
- Are Paid Golf Recruiting Services Worth the Cost?
- Do You Need a Sports Psychologist for Your Junior Golfer?
- Signs You're Too Emotionally Invested in Your Golfer's Golf
- Dealing With Other Junior Golf Parents
- How to Stop Comparing Your Junior Golfer to Other Juniors
- What to Feed Your Junior Golfer on Tournament Day
- How Much Does Junior Golf Cost at Each Level?
- Private Lessons vs. Group Junior Academy: Cost & Value
- DIY vs. Professional Junior Golf Recruiting Video: Cost
- Junior Golf on a Budget vs. Full-Time Academy: Cost
- Best States to Raise a Competitive Junior Golfer
- Caddying for Your Own Junior Golfer, Without Becoming the Problem
- Keeping Golf Fun for a Young Junior Golfer
- What Youth on Course Is and How It Works
- Youth on Course vs First Tee vs PGA Jr League: Which Fits First
- $5 Junior Golf This Summer: How the Topgolf Partnership Works
- Getting Your Daughter Into Golf: A Parent's Guide
- LPGA*USGA Girls Golf Explained
- PGA Jr League Explained for Parents
- Should a Junior Golfer Train on a Simulator
- What Golf Gives a Young Kid
- Drive, Chip and Putt vs. PGA Jr. League vs. U.S. Kids Golf
Gear & Equipment
20- Best First Golf Clubs for Juniors: A Starter Set Guide
- Junior Golf Putter Fitting: Length, Weight, and Fit
- Buying Used Junior Golf Clubs: What to Check First
- Cutting Down Adult Clubs vs. a Junior Set
- Golf Gloves for Juniors: A Sizing and Fit Guide
- Push Carts for Junior Golfers: How to Choose the Right One
- Junior Golf Stand Bags: A Size and Weight Guide
- Rangefinders for Junior Golfers: What to Look For
- GPS Watches for Junior Golfers: How to Choose the Right One
- Junior Golf Shoes: Spiked vs. Spikeless, and How to Size Them
- Budget vs. Premium Junior Golf Clubs: What the Extra Money Buys
- Choosing Golf Clubs for a Toddler or Preschooler (Ages 3-6)
- Choosing Golf Clubs for Ages 10-12 (Growth Spurt Territory)
- Choosing Golf Clubs for Teens Ages 13-15
- Junior Golf Club Sizing Chart by Height and Age
- Does My Junior Golfer Need a Club Fitting?
- How Many Clubs Does a Junior Golfer Need?
- When to Replace Junior Golf Clubs as They Grow
- Junior Golf Club Specs: What Matters vs Marketing
- Best Golf Clubs for Ages 7-9: How to Choose the Right Set
Practice drills
40 drillsThe full practice library, grouped by stage. Every drill has a diagram, the steps and a target, free with no account.
Foundations
10Development
10Competition
10College golf by state
50 statesEvery state with programs in the recruiting directory. Each links to its D1 to D3 teams and coaches.
- Alabama16
- Arizona7
- Arkansas10
- California50
- Colorado13
- Connecticut12
- Delaware2
- Florida29
- Georgia15
- Hawaii2
- Idaho5
- Illinois23
- Indiana22
- Iowa7
- Kansas6
- Kentucky16
- Louisiana12
- Maine3
- Maryland12
- Massachusetts20
- Michigan17
- Minnesota11
- Mississippi7
- Missouri8
- Montana2
- Nebraska6
- Nevada4
- New Hampshire5
- New Jersey14
- New Mexico5
- New York43
- North Carolina43
- North Dakota4
- Ohio27
- Oklahoma12
- Oregon6
- Pennsylvania38
- Rhode Island7
- South Carolina29
- South Dakota6
- Tennessee25
- Texas51
- Utah13
- Vermont1
- Virginia33
- Washington10
- Washington, D.C.4
- West Virginia4
- Wisconsin6
- Wyoming2
Event profiles
20 eventsIn-depth profiles of the invitationals college coaches recognize on sight. Fixed-venue events also carry a where-to-stay guide.
- Pinehurst, NCWhere to stay
- Dothan, ALWhere to stay
- Hudson, OHWhere to stay
- Doral, FLWhere to stay
- Memphis, TNWhere to stay
- Roanoke, VAWhere to stay
- Greer, SCWhere to stay
- Connecticut, CT
- Joe Cheves Junior InvitationalDiscontinuedMorganton, NC
- National
- Bethlehem, PA
- Durham, NC
- Frisco, TX
- Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
- Miami, FL
- Pinehurst, NC
- Dallas, TX
- San Diego, CA
- Augusta, GA
- San Antonio, TX
Resources
6 topicsLong-form reading on recruiting, development, the pro path, and the mental game.